House Republicans pulled the Iran war-powers vote after losing the numbers; the Senate left for Memorial Day recess without the $70bn immigration package as the $1.8bn “anti-weaponization fund” sparked GOP revolt. Alberta Premier Smith added an October 19 separation question to the ballot; PM Carney responded Friday: “Alberta being at the center is essential.” Canadian retail sales rose 0.9% in March, gas-station led at +12.4%. NOAA forecast a below-normal 2026 hurricane season. The Warsh Fed era opens against FOMC June 16-17. Today’s USA-Canada intelligence brief tracks six decisions converging on the Friday tape ahead of Memorial Day.
01 · US Congress — Two-Front Trump Setback: GOP Pulls Iran War Vote; Senate Leaves Without Immigration Package
House Republicans Thursday delayed the Iran war-powers vote that appeared poised to pass after GOP defections combined with planned absences left leadership short. Democratic Rep. Gregory Meeks: “We had the votes without question and they knew it.” Reps. Fitzpatrick, Massie, Davidson, and Barrett had previously voted yes, with Rep. Jared Golden (D-Maine) planning to flip in support. The vote moves to June post-recess. Under the 1973 War Powers Act, the 60-day clock has expired.
